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Shadows Beneath: An Epic Romantic Fantasy
“Do what you must, and I shall do the same.”
With the quest for the seal piece of earth lost and the lingering effects of Lucien’s poison impeding her magic, Iellieth and her champions press onward into the northern forests of the Elven Realms. Within the depths of Shade Rest, rumors promise access to an ancient market, a place between worlds where powerful artifacts await those daring enough to seek them.
But more than the difficulties of reaching the market weigh Iellieth’s steps. Lucien’s taunts spoke of a certain doom over her companions, something lost in their past. Something which, once recovered, might forever change their bond—and with it, the future of Azuria.
Shadows Beneath is the fifth of seven novels in the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, coming February 3rd, 2026.
With the quest for the seal piece of earth lost and the lingering effects of Lucien’s poison impeding her magic, Iellieth and her champions press onward into the northern forests of the Elven Realms. Within the depths of Shade Rest, rumors promise access to an ancient market, a place between worlds where powerful artifacts await those daring enough to seek them.
But more than the difficulties of reaching the market weigh Iellieth’s steps. Lucien’s taunts spoke of a certain doom over her companions, something lost in their past. Something which, once recovered, might forever change their bond—and with it, the future of Azuria.
Shadows Beneath is the fifth of seven novels in the Age of Azuria epic fantasy series, coming February 3rd, 2026.
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Published February 3, 2026
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Beth Ball
19 books71 followersBeth Ball is a weaver of words and worlds spinning stories of druidic magic and the power of nature that span the epic fantasy realms of Azuria and Eldura. If you enjoy lyrical tales of action and adventure, dragons, werewolves, fae, wily foxes, and more, then grab your enchanted amulet, flaming longsword, poisoned dagger, or other mystical accessory of choice, and let’s start our adventure!
When she’s not writing fantasy fiction, Beth is a tabletop RPG designer creating adventures and campaigns with her husband Jonathan as part of their work at Grove Guardian Press. She’s also working on her first foray into the LitRPG space with an epic story based on their home duet game. As you might imagine, her ttRPG adventures incorporate lots of druids.
You can find more of Beth’s work and the legends of Azuria and Eldura at bethballbooks.com. And if you’re looking for playable, immersive adventures in Azuria, visit groveguardianpress.com.
When she’s not writing fantasy fiction, Beth is a tabletop RPG designer creating adventures and campaigns with her husband Jonathan as part of their work at Grove Guardian Press. She’s also working on her first foray into the LitRPG space with an epic story based on their home duet game. As you might imagine, her ttRPG adventures incorporate lots of druids.
You can find more of Beth’s work and the legends of Azuria and Eldura at bethballbooks.com. And if you’re looking for playable, immersive adventures in Azuria, visit groveguardianpress.com.
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